Specifications for the 1971 Morris Mini
Read through these items to learn a little more about what it’s like to drive this car.
Rating Scale:
1= Handles and drives like a Model T
10=Handles and drives like a modern car
| Description | The classic old mini with all its charm and shortcomings | |
| Speed | The car is plenty fast enough for any situation. | Rating= 8 |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc up front and drum in the rear | Rating= 7 |
| Handling | Wheelbase is short and wheels are small, the ride is very firm and the car is somewhat darty, avoid any large holes in the road! | Rating= 6 |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual, shifts well | Rating= 7 |
| Visibility | Very good | |
| Safety | 3 point seatbelts in front | |
| Passengers | 2 in front. There are seats in the rear but they are really too small for people. People taller than 5’10” will not be comfortable. The driver’s seat has only 2 positions. | |
| Climate Control | Heat | |
| Quirks | Has an engine immobilizer, must push the smooth button on the key fob to disarm so the car will start | |
| Driver Position | Left-hand drive | |
| Overall Rating | 8 out of 10 |