1951 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 54 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 200 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, 2005 Proton 400, 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, 2005 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Morris | Proton |
| Model | Minor | 400 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
