1987 Buick Regal vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 34 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 550 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 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Regal | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
