2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Freestyle | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
