1948 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 544 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Minor | Leon |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |