1969 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Morris | Kia |
| Model | Minor | Carens |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
