1956 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 51 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 740 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Morris | Renault |
Model | Minor | Laguna |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |