1953 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 630 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Morris | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minor | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
