2004 Mazda 3 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 993 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3, 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
