1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Morris Minor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1967 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1967 Morris Minor | |
Make | Austin | Morris |
Model | A 90 | Minor |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |