1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Suburban | Minor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2190 mm |
