1953 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Kia Sephia II is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 265 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sephia II, 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, 2004 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Morris | Kia |
| Model | Minor | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2570 mm |
