1966 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 36 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 785 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Minor | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Morris | Xedos |
| Model | Minor | 9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2760 mm |
