1950 Morris Minor vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 30 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1991 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Minor | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Express |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2590 mm |
