1990 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Escort | Minor |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |