1953 Morris Minor vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 29 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 275 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Manta |
Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |