1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Eagle Summit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 207 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit, 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, 1988 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Eagle | Morris |
| Model | Summit | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
