1950 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 52 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 930 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 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Minor | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
