2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 890 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Five Hundred | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |