1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 720 kg more than 1966 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Statesman | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
