1996 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 525 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Marcia | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Hyundai | Morris |
Model | Marcia | Minor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |