1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 42 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 538 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, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Cougar | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |