2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 611 kg more than 1956 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Ranger | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2190 mm |