1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Viper | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
