2003 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 49 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Minor weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Pride Wagon | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Kia | Morris |
Model | Pride Wagon | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 825 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 |