2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |