2000 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 47 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1300 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 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Land Rover Range Rover | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Range Rover | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
