2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 755 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1971 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Five Hundred | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |