1964 Morris Minor vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor.
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, 1970 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
