2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Wrangler | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
