1952 Morris Minor vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 28 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Saab 900, 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, 1980 Saab 900 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Minor | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Morris | Saab |
| Model | Minor | 900 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |
