2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 751 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Mondeo | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
