2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Lancer | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
