2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1585 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | F-250 | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2190 mm |