1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 782 kg more than 1960 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Statesman | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
