2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 895 kg more than 1961 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 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | Spyder | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
