1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 960 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | Continental | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |
