2005 Ford Focus vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 450 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 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 (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Focus | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |