2009 Acura TL vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 55 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, 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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Acura | Morris |
| Model | TL | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |
