1984 Holden Camira vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Camira | Minor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
