1949 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 51 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2000 Kia Clarus, 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Morris | Kia |
| Model | Minor | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
