2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 52 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor. 2007 Kia Sedona 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. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sedona | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |
