1954 Morris Minor vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 18 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 85 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, 1972 Simca 1100, 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, 1972 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Minor | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
