1949 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 810 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
Model | Minor | Orlando |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2760 mm |