2003 Ford GT vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 695 kg more than 1967 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 1967 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | GT | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |