1950 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 924 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek, 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, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Minor | 2001 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Minor | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2760 mm |
