2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | Plus 8 | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |