1955 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 815 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis, 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Morris | Kia |
| Model | Minor | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 62 L |
