1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1960 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chrysler | Morris |
Model | Newport | Minor |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |