1948 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 50 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 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 465 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.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600, 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, 1998 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Morris | Rover |
Model | Minor | 600 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |