1954 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Morris | Acura |
Model | Minor | ZDX |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2751 mm |