1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 30 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 656 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 1983 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Blazer | Minor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2190 mm |
