2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1789 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Express | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2190 mm |
