1958 Morris Minor vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2967 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Morris | Lincoln |
Model | Minor | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2870 mm |