1953 Morris Minor vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 54 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 982 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 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Morris | SsangYong |
Model | Minor | Actyon |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |