1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 830 kg more than 1953 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Avanti | Morris |
Model | Avanti | Minor |
Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |