2007 Ford Edge vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Edge | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
