2003 Holden Zafira vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 635 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira, 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Zafira | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
