2004 Lincoln Continental vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Continental 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 925 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental, 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Continental | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | Continental | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
