1948 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 65 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 852 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minor | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2738 mm |
