1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Morris Minor | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Guara | Minor |
Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |