2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 727 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | B3000 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
