1962 Morris Minor vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace, 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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Espace |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2590 mm |
