1948 Morris Minor vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 36 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 370 kg more than 1948 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Morris | Holden |
| Model | Minor | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
