2007 Ford Escape vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 925 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escape | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
