2003 Buick Century vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Buick Century is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Century weights approximately 730 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century, 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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Century | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Century | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |