2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Expedition | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |
