1949 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 61 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 329 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 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Morris | Hyundai |
Model | Minor | Terracan |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2760 mm |