2005 Holden Statesman vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 898 kg more than 1960 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 Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Statesman | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
