1955 Morris Minor vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2000 ZAZ Wagon 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 17 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
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 ZAZ Wagon, 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 ZAZ Wagon (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 ZAZ Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Morris | ZAZ |
| Model | Minor | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2330 mm |
