2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 42 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Montero | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
