1996 Ford Contour vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 29 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Contour weights approximately 417 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, 1996 Ford Contour, 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, 1996 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 1967 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Contour | Minor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |