2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 567 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Mondeo | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |