1955 Morris Minor vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1638 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Morris | GMC |
Model | Minor | Savana |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 117 L |