1949 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 53 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 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Juara weights approximately 215 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, 2002 Proton Juara, 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, 2002 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Morris | Proton |
| Model | Minor | Juara |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2400 mm |
