2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1953 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 1953 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hummer | Morris |
| Model | H3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
