1989 Maserati 430 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 430 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1958 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 430 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Maserati | Morris |
Model | 430 | Minor |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2789 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |