1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 925 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lincoln Continental | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lincoln | Morris |
Model | Continental | Minor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |