2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 885 kg more than 1955 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lincoln LS | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lincoln | Morris |
Model | LS | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |