1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1951 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Newport | Minor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2190 mm |
