1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 755 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Avanti | Morris |
Model | Avanti | Minor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |