2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150, 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | E-150 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
