1955 Morris Minor vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 25 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 255 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Morris | TVR |
| Model | Minor | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |
