1957 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 725 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Minor | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2788 mm |
