1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1262 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.
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 (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SLK | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
