2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 915 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Mustang | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |