1956 Morris Minor vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1500 is newer by 21 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 135 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.
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, 1977 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Morris | Zastava |
Model | Minor | 1500 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |