1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Commodore | Minor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
