1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 323 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1952 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, 1982 Mazda 323 (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 323 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
