2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 44 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 925 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Trans Sport | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
