1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Minor weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 790 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 |
