1960 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1997 Subaru Vivio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morris Minor weights approximately 178 kg more than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1960 Morris Minor (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 1997 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2320 mm |
