2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 48 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 926 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Jeep | Morris |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |