1951 Morris Minor vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 1974 Morris 1800 is newer by 23 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Morris 1800 weights approximately 416 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.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800, 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, 1974 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
