1957 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 39 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 240 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, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1996 Rover 200 (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Morris | Rover |
Model | Minor | 200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |