1965 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 741 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Minor | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Minor | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1541 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 |