1951 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Getz is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Getz (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 320 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2002 Hyundai Getz (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 2002 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Morris | Hyundai |
| Model | Minor | Getz |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
