2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 746 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, 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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Sable | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
