1956 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 45 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (137 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Minor | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
