1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Lancer | Minor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
