1987 Ford Laser vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Laser weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser, 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, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Laser | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
