2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 628 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Dion | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
