2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daewoo | Morris |
| Model | Nubira | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2190 mm |
