1961 Morris Minor vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1994 Renault Twingo is newer by 33 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Twingo, 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, 1994 Renault Twingo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
