2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 925 kg more than 1953 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 TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | TrailBlazer | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2190 mm |