1959 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,326 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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, 2007 Suzuki Swift (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Minor | Swift |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |