1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 17 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 148 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 616 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 762 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 |
