1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1967 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Mondeo | Minor |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |