1948 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 425 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 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Minor | Liana |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2490 mm |
