1967 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 918 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris Mini Moke (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris Mini Moke should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Minor weights approximately 136 kg more than 1967 Morris Mini Moke.
Because 1950 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris Mini Moke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Morris Mini Moke (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Morris Mini Moke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Mini Moke | 1950 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Mini Moke | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |
