1955 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1019 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Minor | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 142 L |
