1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 618 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Lumina | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 22 L |
