1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 766 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Scorpio | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Scorpio | Minor |
Year Released | 1997 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |