1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
