1953 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 695 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Morris | Saab |
| Model | Minor | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
