2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 970 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Tucson | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |
