2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 49 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 383 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Raider | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2190 mm |
