2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1591 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | E-150 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
