2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1065 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Santa Fe | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
