2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1894 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | Navigator | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
