2000 Ford Laser vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, 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 Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Laser | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
