1948 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 53 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 608 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, 2001 Opel Signum, 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, 2001 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Signum |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2850 mm |
