1991 Ford Orion vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Ford Orion is newer by 32 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Orion weights approximately 230 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, 1991 Ford Orion, 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, 1991 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Orion | Minor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
