1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Minor weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Because 1949 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Innocenti | Morris |
Model | Turbo De Tomaso | Minor |
Year Released | 1982 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2190 mm |