1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1956 Morris Minor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 625 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Minor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
