2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 762 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 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sportage | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 22 L |
