1962 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Tata E
To start off, 2001 Tata E is newer by 39 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata E weights approximately 545 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, 2001 Tata E (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2001 Tata E | |
| Make | Morris | Tata |
| Model | Minor | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2810 mm |
