2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 702 kg more than 1958 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 (298 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Mustang | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 68 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |