1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Monte Carlo | Minor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2190 mm |