1953 Morris Minor vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Minor | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
