1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 517 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 1952 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Cougar | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |