1964 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Morris | Mazda |
| Model | Minor | 3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
