2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 58 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1404 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 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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 H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hummer | Morris |
| Model | H3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
