1949 Morris Minor vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 21 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 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU 1200 (85 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor.
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, 1970 NSU 1200 (81 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 1970 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 | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Morris | NSU |
| Model | Minor | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2240 mm |
