2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1954 Morris Minor

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 693 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mustang (411 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 1954 Morris Minor
Make Ford Morris
Model Mustang Minor
Year Released 2004 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 801 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 54 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2190 mm


 

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