2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable, 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 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Sable | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Sable | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 22 L |