1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 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, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Avenger | Minor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
