2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 543 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Hyundai | Morris |
Model | Tiburon | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |