1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 868 kg more than 1955 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 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJS | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jaguar | Morris |
Model | XJS | Minor |
Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |