1959 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 36 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 729 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Minor | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
