1958 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 45 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Combo (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 410 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, 2003 Opel Combo, 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, 2003 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Combo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |
