1971 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Minor | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Minor | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |