1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 1 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 658 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Minor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
