2006 Kia Carnival vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival, 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 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Carnival | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |
