2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 224 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1960 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 1960 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 (475 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Expedition | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 792 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
