1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 875 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Riviera | Minor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |