2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 866 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Ranger | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2190 mm |