2008 Ford Focus vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 59 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 317 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 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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 Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
