1959 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 50 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 171 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 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Morris | Hyundai |
Model | Minor | i10 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2380 mm |