1965 Holden EH vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1965 Holden EH is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 360 kg more than 1953 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Holden | Morris |
Model | EH | Minor |
Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |