1953 Morris Minor vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Opel Kadett is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor.
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, 1990 Opel Kadett, 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, 1990 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
