1954 Morris Minor vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1967 Morris 1800 is newer by 13 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, 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, 1967 Morris 1800 (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
