1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Sapporo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
