1955 Morris Minor vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 27 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 111 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda, 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, 1982 Seat Ronda (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Minor | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2460 mm |
