1955 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 56 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 1030 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 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Antara |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |