1957 Morris Minor vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 1967 Simca 1100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1100 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1100, 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, 1967 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Minor | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
