1960 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 46 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden UTE weights approximately 708 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Morris | Holden |
| Model | Minor | UTE |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2950 mm |
