2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 800 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Hyundai | Morris |
Model | Santa Fe | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |