2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Freestar | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 22 L |
