1960 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 40 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Agila (59 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Agila weights approximately 223 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, 2000 Opel Agila, 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, 2000 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Agila |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
