1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Vega | Minor |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |