1961 Morris Minor vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Morris Minor | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Morris | SsangYong |
Model | Minor | Korando |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |