1953 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 42 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1290 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 1995 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Morris | Isuzu |
| Model | Minor | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2770 mm |
