1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, 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 Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Telstar | Minor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
