1951 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 61 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 505 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Minor | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Minor | Equator |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3200 mm |