1952 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 487 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morris Minor | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
Model | Minor | Colorado |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |