2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Mondeo | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 790 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 |