1999 Buick Regal vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 37 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), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 770 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, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Regal | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |