1949 Morris Minor vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Rodeo (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Minor weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault Rodeo, 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, 1986 Renault Rodeo (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
