1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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 Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
