2002 Mini One vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mini One weights approximately 215 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini One, 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 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini One | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | One | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
