1960 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 38 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 408 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Minor | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 183 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2650 mm |