1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 242 kg more than 1954 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Esprit | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lotus | Morris |
Model | Esprit | Minor |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2190 mm |