1956 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 47 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
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, 2003 Subaru R2, 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, 1956 Morris Minor (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | R2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
