1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1964 Ford GT 40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1956 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, 1964 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 1964 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | GT 40 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2190 mm |
