1948 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 63 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 8 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, 2011 Hyundai Atos, 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, 2011 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Morris | Hyundai |
| Model | Minor | Atos |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |
