2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Silverado | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2190 mm |