2005 Ford Escape vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 672 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, 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, 2005 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escape | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
