2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 275 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Hyundai | Morris |
Model | Accent | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |