1964 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1964 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Morris | Chrysler |
| Model | Minor | 300 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
