2001 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Rezzo | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daewoo | Morris |
Model | Rezzo | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |