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


 

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