1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 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, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 110 S | Minor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2190 mm |
