2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1965 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mazda | Morris |
Model | RX-8 | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |