1958 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 43 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 910 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime, 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Morris | Renault |
Model | Minor | Avantime |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2570 mm |