1971 Morris Minor vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra, 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Minor | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| 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 | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 46 L |
