1988 Lada Samara vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 146 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Samara | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
