1962 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 37 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 891 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.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Morris | Vauxhall |
Model | Minor | Omega |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2740 mm |