2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Milan | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Milan | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |