1962 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 900 kg more than 1962 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 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
Model | Minor | Colorado |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |