2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 681 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa, 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Kappa | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
