1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1966 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 990 kg more than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 1966 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |
