1967 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 890 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Morris Minor | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Minor | GTO |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 536 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |