2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 182 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II, 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, 2000 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara II | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Samara II | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
