2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 49 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2474 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.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Excursion | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6799 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 22 L |
