1963 Morris Minor vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1963 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Minor | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Morris | SsangYong |
| Model | Minor | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
