1960 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1029 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Minor | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
