2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 735 kg more than 1965 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | C | Minor |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |