2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 624 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Crossfire | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
