1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Blazer | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
