2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1949 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Expedition | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 53 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |