2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 42 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 768 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 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
Model | Diamante | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |