1951 Morris Minor vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1972 TVR Taimar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR Taimar (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR Taimar should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 TVR Taimar weights approximately 236 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 TVR Taimar (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 TVR Taimar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Minor | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
Make | Morris | TVR |
Model | Minor | Taimar |
Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2290 mm |