1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 879 kg more than 1959 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, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
| Model | Longchamp | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
