1955 Morris Minor vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 319 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 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
