1949 Morris Minor vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 37 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 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 488 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Subaru XT, 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | XT |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
