1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Morris Minor weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Opti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Opti | Minor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
