1956 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 49 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 330 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 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Minor | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2260 mm |
