1995 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 455 kg more than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1966 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
