2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1709 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (496 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | F-150 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2190 mm |
