1967 Morris Minor vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 23 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 40 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, 1990 Renault Clio, 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, 1990 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Minor | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Clio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
