1956 Morris Minor vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 38 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor.
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, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | Minor | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2560 mm |
