1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 929 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
