1956 Morris Minor vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 795 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 1994 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | SVX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
