2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 603 kg more than 1959 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
