1959 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 605 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, 2002 Renault Laguna, 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
