1951 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1455 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 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |
