1959 Morris Minor vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 51 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1244 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 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Morris | SsangYong |
Model | Minor | Rodius |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3010 mm |