1952 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 744 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Minor | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Morris | Jeep |
| Model | Minor | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2634 mm |
