1963 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 47 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 546 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 1963 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 1963 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morris Minor | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Morris | Hyundai |
Model | Minor | i30 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |