1954 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 44 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 553 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Morris | Saab |
| Model | Minor | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |
