2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1967 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 6 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
