1954 Morris Minor vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 37 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 115 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, 1991 Opel Astra, 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, 1991 Opel Astra (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Astra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
