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Morris Minor

General information

ModelMorris Minor
Year1959
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size948 ccm (57.85 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement948 ccm (57.85 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power37.00 PS (27 kW or 36 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Max torque68.00 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0468 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3380 litres (893 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (397.6 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight790 kg (1,741.7 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)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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