1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Morris Minor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 70 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
