1950 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 500 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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Minor | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Astra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2620 mm |
