2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2420 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 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Excursion | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2190 mm |
