2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Cherokee | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
