1953 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 59 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 843 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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Morris | Buick |
Model | Minor | Regal |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2738 mm |