1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1965 Ford Zodiac is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 445 kg more than 1958 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zodiac | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Zodiac | Minor |
Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |