1968 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 802 kg more than 1968 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Minor | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Minor | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
