2003 Mercury Sable vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 722 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable, 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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercury Sable | 1951 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Sable | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |