2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | F-150 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2190 mm |