2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Expedition | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |