1956 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 33 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 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.
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, 1989 Renault 21, 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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | 21 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
