2005 Ford Escort vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 350 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort, 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 Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
