1957 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Opel Trixx
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx is newer by 47 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Trixx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Trixx (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Trixx should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Trixx weights approximately 58 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, 2004 Opel Trixx, 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, 2004 Opel Trixx (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Trixx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 2004 Opel Trixx | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Trixx |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1950 mm |