2005 Ford Escape vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 759 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escape | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
