1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 738 kg more than 1955 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 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Valiant | Minor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
