1964 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 690 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Minor | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
