1955 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 56 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 876 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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Morris | Hyundai |
Model | Minor | i40 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17:01 |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2770 mm |