2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 51 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 370 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 345 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Marcos | Morris |
| Model | TSO | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2190 mm |
