2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 51 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor.
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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mazda | Morris |
Model | B2300 | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |