2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
Because 1955 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sportage | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |
