2005 Ford Focus vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 662 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1950 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
