1949 Morris Minor vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 52 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1035 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 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Morris | SsangYong |
| Model | Minor | Musso |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
