1954 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 43 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 105 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 1997 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Suzuki Samurai (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Minor | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2490 mm |
