1959 Morris Minor vs. 1990 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1990 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Laguna (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Laguna weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 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, 1990 Renault Laguna (181 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 1990 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
