2000 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 296 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort, 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
