1958 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Hyundai Sonata (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Morris | Hyundai |
| Model | Minor | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| 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 | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
