1959 Morris Minor vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 35 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 228 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra, 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
