1967 Morris Minor vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Morris Minor | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Vectra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |