1948 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
Model | Minor | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3310 mm |