1955 Morris Minor vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 32 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Simca 1000 (73 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 1961 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Minor | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 36 L |
