1955 Morris Minor vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1955 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | Minor | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
