1959 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 45 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 390 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, 2004 Rover 45, 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, 2004 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | Minor | 45 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
