1959 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1759 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Morris | Land Rover |
Model | Minor | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 104 L |