1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Minor weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 1963 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 1963 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1963 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Festiva | Minor |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2190 mm |