2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, 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 Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Trajet | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 22 L |
