2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Accent | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
