1969 Ford Capri vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 254 kg more than 1959 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Capri | Minor |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |