1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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, 1967 Morris 1800, 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 (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
