2008 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 22 L |
