2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 397 kg more than 1950 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1950 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Colorado | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
