1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 720 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Lumina | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
