1956 Morgan 4 vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Morris Minor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Minor weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. 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, 1966 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1966 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morgan 4 | 1966 Morris Minor | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 4 | Minor |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |