1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1959 Morris Minor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Minor (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 89 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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, 1954 DKW Coupe (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | DKW | Morris |
Model | Coupe | Minor |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2190 mm |