1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 26 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 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 200 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, 1980 Lada 2105 (118 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 1980 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | 2105 | Minor |
Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1458 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 54 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |