2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa 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 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1961 Morris Minor (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Laputa | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
