2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 880 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Phedra | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
