1953 Morris Minor vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 40 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | Minor | 200 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
