1960 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 898 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Morris | Hyundai |
| Model | Minor | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
