1998 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 331 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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 Focus (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Focus | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |