1970 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 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, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Morris |
| Model | M530 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |
