1962 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 832 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Minor | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
