2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 416 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Accent | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Hyundai | Morris |
Model | Accent | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 790 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 |