2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1652 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1962 Morris 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Morris 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Avalanche | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
