2008 Acura RDX vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 663 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Acura | Morris |
| Model | RDX | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |
