1956 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 57 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 680 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Minor | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |