1984 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, 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, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Minor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
