1965 Morris Mini Moke vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 939 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Mini Moke | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Mini Moke | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
