2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 25 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move, 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 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Move | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Move | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |