1961 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 44 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 788 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.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
