2005 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Matiz.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, 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 Matiz (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Matiz | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Matiz | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
