1995 Lancia Zeta vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 825 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.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta, 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 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Zeta | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Zeta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
