1978 Lada 1200 vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1978 Lada 1200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1200 (59 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 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, 1978 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1200 | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | 1200 | Minor |
Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |