2005 Kia Rio vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 144 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, 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 Kia Rio (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Rio | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
