1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626, 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 626 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
