2002 Lada 110 vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 41 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), 2002 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 110 weights approximately 230 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, 2002 Lada 110, 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, 2002 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | 110 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
