1954 Morris Minor vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 500 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Morris | Venturi |
Model | Minor | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |