1956 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Morris | Land Rover |
Model | Minor | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2891 mm |