2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | Aero 8 | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |