1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 557 kg more than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra 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 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke, 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 Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1966 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |
