1949 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 61 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 593 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, 2010 Mazda 3, 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Morris | Mazda |
Model | Minor | 3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2639 mm |