1948 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 61 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 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 265 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, 2009 Opel Agila, 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 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 2009 Opel Agila | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Agila |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2370 mm |