1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1954 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Gran Torino | Minor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2190 mm |
