1951 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 55 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 654 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, 2006 Saturn ION, 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Minor | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Morris | Saturn |
Model | Minor | ION |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |