1975 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Consorte (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Consorte | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Consorte | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
