1953 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 58 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 750 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 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Morris | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minor | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2790 mm |
