1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1965 Jaguar Type S is newer by 3 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 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 795 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jaguar Type S | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | Type S | Minor |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3440 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |