1953 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 57 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 410 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, 2010 Renault Duster, 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Duster |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2673 mm |
