1971 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1955 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, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda RX-2 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | RX-2 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
