2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Compass | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |
