1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 207 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Lancer | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
