1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Suburban | Minor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 790 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 |
