2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Silverado | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 22 L |
