1985 Mazda 626 vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Mazda 626 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 626 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626, 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, 1985 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 626 | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 626 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
