2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 631 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Wrangler | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 22 L |
