1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 591 kg more than 1954 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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Esprit | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 22 L |
