2006 Morgan 44 vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan 44 weights approximately 106 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan 44 | 1952 Morris Minor | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 44 | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |