2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2113 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hummer | Morris |
| Model | H2 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2190 mm |
