2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1581 kg more than 1968 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 Express (353 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Express | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
