2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 616 kg more than 1967 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 (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1967 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Crossfire | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
