1949 Morris Minor vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1427 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 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Morris | SsangYong |
| Model | Minor | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3010 mm |
