2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 897 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sportage | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
