1967 Morris Minor vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1967 Morris Minor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Triumph Roadster (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 325 kg more than 1967 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, 1947 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1947 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Minor | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | Minor | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
