1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Morris Minor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Minor weights approximately 38 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ginetta G12 | 1969 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ginetta | Morris |
Model | G12 | Minor |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |