1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 929 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
