2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1968 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | F-150 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |