2009 Ford Kuga vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 750 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Kuga | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |