1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 255 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 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Terios | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |
