1960 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 50 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1349 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.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
Model | Minor | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |