2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000, 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 B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | B3000 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
