1960 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minor | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
