1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,918 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1964 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 1609 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1918 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
