1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 41 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ginetta G33 weights approximately 84 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.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ginetta G33 | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ginetta | Morris |
Model | G33 | Minor |
Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2190 mm |