2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 725 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Milan | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
