2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Land Rover | Morris |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |