1968 Morris Minor vs. 1985 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 1985 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Minor | 1985 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Morris | Plymouth |
| Model | Minor | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2460 mm |
