1952 Morris Minor vs. 1965 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1965 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Mini Moke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morris Mini Moke (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morris Mini Moke should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Minor weights approximately 124 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1965 Morris Mini Moke (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Mini Moke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Minor | 1965 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2040 mm |
