1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 323 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 828 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 |
