2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 345 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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 Fiesta (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
