1960 Morris Minor vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 878 kg more than 1960 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Minor | Mustang |
Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
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 | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |