1995 Acura Legend vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 795 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1969 Morris Minor | |
Make | Acura | Morris |
Model | Legend | Minor |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |