1956 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 595 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Morris | Kia |
Model | Minor | Joice |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |