2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
