1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 716 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Lumina | Minor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
