1955 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1549 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 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Morris | Jeep |
| Model | Minor | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 93 L |
