1951 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 59 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 520 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minor | B |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2780 mm |
