1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1960 Morris Minor

To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor.

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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Camaro 1960 Morris Minor
Make Chevrolet Morris
Model Camaro Minor
Year Released 1988 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2835 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 62.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 76.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2190 mm


 

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