2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 48 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 778 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.
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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Berlina | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
