1955 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 658 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, 2001 Opel Zafira, 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 58 L |
