1958 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 875 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
Model | Minor | Colorado |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |