1966 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 298 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Minor | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | 928 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2500 mm |
