1949 Morris Minor vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 64 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 900 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 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | X1 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2760 mm |