1953 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 764 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Minor | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
