1955 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 49 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 654 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Clio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
