1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 565 kg more than 1964 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
