2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1964 Morris Minor

To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Minor weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.

Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Kia Pride Wagon 1964 Morris Minor
Make Kia Morris
Model Pride Wagon Minor
Year Released 2002 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 828 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2190 mm