2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1238 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Terraza | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2190 mm |
