1999 Kia Rio vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, 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 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Rio | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2190 mm |
