1970 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Minor | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Morris | Kia |
| Model | Minor | Carens |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| 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 | 124 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 Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 | 45 L | 55 L |
