1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 1967 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1974 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 798 kg more than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 1974 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 1967 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fairlane | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
