1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Applause | Minor |
Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |