1986 Ford Orion vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 1986 Ford Orion (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Orion | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
