1962 Morris 1100 vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris 1100 | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
