1961 Morris Minor vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 471 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2280 mm |
