1953 Morris Minor vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 34 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, 1953 Morris Minor (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Morris Minor (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Minor | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2040 mm |
