1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Minor weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2190 mm |
