1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1948 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 929 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
