1952 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 60 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 776 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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1952 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1952 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morris Minor | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Morris | Mazda |
Model | Minor | 6 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2789 mm |