1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 910 kg more than 1956 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Avanti | Morris |
| Model | Avanti | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2190 mm |
