1956 Morris Minor vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 1973 Morris 1800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris 1800 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Morris 1800, 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, 1973 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
