1954 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 57 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 1,300 cc, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 565 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Morris | Mazda |
Model | Minor | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2703 mm |