1953 Morris Minor vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 58 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1940 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 2011 GMC Envoy 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, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Morris | GMC |
Model | Minor | Envoy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2880 mm |