1973 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1965 Morris Minor

To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 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, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Lamborghini Urraco 1965 Morris Minor
Make Lamborghini Morris
Model Urraco Minor
Year Released 1973 1965
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2461 cc 1097 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2190 mm


 

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