2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 209 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor.
Because 1959 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 1959 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sedona | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| 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 | 45 L |
