1955 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 48 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1253 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 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Morris | Tata |
| Model | Minor | Safari |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2660 mm |
