1986 Holden Drover vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 33 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 85 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.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Drover | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |
