1964 Morris Minor vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1964 Morris Minor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Minor weights approximately 38 kg more than 1959 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, 1964 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | Minor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2190 mm |
