1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 6 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 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 334 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvair | Minor |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |