1956 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 586 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot, 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 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Morris | Jeep |
| Model | Minor | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2634 mm |
