2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1125 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 Explorer 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 Explorer 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 Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Explorer | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |
