1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 28 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | RS 200 | Minor |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |