1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 1961 Morris Minor | |
Make | Land Rover | Morris |
Model | Range Rover | Minor |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |