1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 535 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Conquest | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
