2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Minor weights approximately 3 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos, 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 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Atos | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2190 mm |
