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Morris Minor

General information

ModelMorris Minor
Year1954
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size803 ccm (49.00 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement803 ccm (49.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power30.00 PS (22 kW or 30 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque54.00 Nm (5.5 kgf-m or 39.8 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression7.2:1
Bore x stroke580.0 x 76.0 mm (22.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0381 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3380 litres (893 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (397.6 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight787 kg (1,735.0 pounds)
Overall length3770 mm (148.4 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2190 mm (86.2 inches)
Fuel capacity22.0 litres (5.81 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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