2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 915 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 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Hyundai | Morris |
Model | Santa Fe | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |