2004 Holden Berlina vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 783 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Berlina | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
