1955 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 57 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2207 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minor | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 136 L |
