2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | Mark LT | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2190 mm |
