1962 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 43 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Noble M14 weights approximately 350 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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Morris | Noble |
| Model | Minor | M14 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
