1949 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 57 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 925 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2850 mm |
