1949 Morris Minor vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1974 Renault 5 is newer by 25 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 916 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 5 (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Minor weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Renault 5.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 5, 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, both vehicles can yield 53 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | 5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
