2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1954 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Express | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2190 mm |