1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1973 Ford Maverick is newer by 14 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 390 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Maverick | Minor |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |