1959 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 40 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 490 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Morris | Plymouth |
Model | Minor | Prowler |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |