1962 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 40 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 933 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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Omega |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
