1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2105 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1948 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, 1988 Lada 2105 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada 2105 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | 2105 | Minor |
Year Released | 1988 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |