1953 Morris Minor vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1988 Renault 25, 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, 1988 Renault 25 (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | 25 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
