1961 Morris Minor vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 25 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 405 kg more than 1961 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, 1986 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Morris Minor | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Omega |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2740 mm |