1965 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 920 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Minor | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
Model | Minor | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2800 mm |