1955 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 53 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 618 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, 2008 Seat Leon, 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Minor | Leon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
