2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 995 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider, 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 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
Model | Raider | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2190 mm |