1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, 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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Sable | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
