1979 Morgan 4 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Morgan 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Morgan 4.
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, 1979 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Morgan 4 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 4 | Minor |
Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |