1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 704 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Minor |
Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |