1954 Morris Minor vs. 1966 Seat 1500
To start off, 1966 Seat 1500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Seat 1500 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1966 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Minor | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2660 mm |
