2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 56 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 916 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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 Atos (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Atos | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 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 | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2190 mm |
