1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1533 kg more than 1960 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Tahoe | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 68 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2190 mm |