1955 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 44 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 977 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, 1999 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Omega |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |
