1955 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 57 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 585 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, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2012 Daewoo Rezzo | |
Make | Morris | Daewoo |
Model | Minor | Rezzo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |