1955 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 45 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 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
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, 2000 Plymouth Neon, 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Morris | Plymouth |
| Model | Minor | Neon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2650 mm |
