1954 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 52 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 883 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, 2006 Opel Signum, 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Signum |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
