1995 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Isuzu Trooper | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Trooper | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
