1966 Checker Town vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Checker Town is newer by 7 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 3,766 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Checker Town (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 895 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Checker | Morris |
| Model | Town | Minor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2190 mm |
