1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 42 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1955 Morris Minor 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1955 Morris Minor (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 22 L |
