1953 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 46 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 715 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Minor | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2570 mm |
