1954 Morris Minor vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1987 Renault 25 is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 25 weights approximately 368 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, 1987 Renault 25, 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, 1987 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 1987 Renault 25 | |
Make | Morris | Renault |
Model | Minor | 25 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 34 L |