1957 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 54 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 453 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, 2011 Lancia Musa, 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Morris | Lancia |
| Model | Minor | Musa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
