1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1955 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 Sierra (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
