2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 595 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Premacy | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mazda | Morris |
Model | Premacy | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |