1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Lantra | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2190 mm |
