1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Minor weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Sprint | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |
