2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1954 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 Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | Viano | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2190 mm |
