1950 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 58 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1065 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 2008 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Minor | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Morris | Holden |
| Model | Minor | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1990 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 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 | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
