1958 Morris Minor vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1983 TVR Tasmin is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Morris | TVR |
| Model | Minor | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |
