2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2056 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Five Hundred | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
