1953 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 60 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 735 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 1953 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minor | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2738 mm |
