1987 Ford Telstar vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Telstar weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1959 Morris Minor 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar, 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 Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Telstar | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Telstar | Minor |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |