2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 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 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2190 mm |
