1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1260 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (191 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SLK | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
