1955 Ford 12 M vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1955 Ford 12 M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford 12 M (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford 12 M | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | 12 M | Minor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
