1959 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 53 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 893 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Morris | Mazda |
| Model | Minor | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
