1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1968 Morris Minor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | XI Le Mans | Minor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2190 mm |
