1949 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 56 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 620 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Clio |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2590 mm |
