1954 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 45 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 255 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, 1999 Renault Megane, 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, 1999 Renault Megane (134 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Megane |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |
