1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 560 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Eclipse | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |
