1949 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 695 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Morris | Kia |
Model | Minor | Potentia |
Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |