2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 760 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Terraza | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2190 mm |