2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Morris Minor

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1957 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Blazer 1957 Morris Minor
Make Chevrolet Morris
Model Blazer Minor
Year Released 2004 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 792 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2190 mm


 

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