1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 640 kg more than 1957 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Commodore | Minor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
