1953 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minor | Astro |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
