1953 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 49 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 720 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, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Morris | Holden |
| Model | Minor | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
