1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 808 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1959 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 924 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lotec | Morris |
Model | C 1000 | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5498 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |