1989 Morgan 4 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Morgan 4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Morgan 4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1959 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 Morgan 4 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Morgan 4 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 4 | Minor |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |