1961 Morris Minor vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1971 Subaru R-2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Morris Minor (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 365 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 1961 Morris Minor (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1930 mm |
