2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 724 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.
Because 1950 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1950 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Impala | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
