2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Silverado | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |