2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 355 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2190 mm |
