2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1963 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mahindra | Morris |
| Model | Scorpio | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |
