1952 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 46 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 792 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, 1998 Opel Signum, 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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Minor | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Signum |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |
