1975 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 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, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-2 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | RX-2 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
