1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 413 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Apollo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
