1949 Morris Minor vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1965 NSU 1200 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1200 (54 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Minor weights approximately 74 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200.
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, 1965 NSU 1200 (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
Make | Morris | NSU |
Model | Minor | 1200 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 1177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |