2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1042 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 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Milan | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
