2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | BT-50 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
