2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1967 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Liberty | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
