2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 458 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Ranger | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2190 mm |
