1953 Morris Minor vs. 1985 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Alto is newer by 32 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 918 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1985 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 1985 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Minor | Alto |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2180 mm |