1955 Morris Minor vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1955 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 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Morris | GMC |
Model | Minor | Savana |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 117 L |