1960 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 53 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), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 1048 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, 2013 Ford EDGE, 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Minor | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| 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 | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
