1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 260 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Terios | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |