1954 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 58 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor.
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, 2012 Renault Laguna, 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |
