2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 800 kg more than 1960 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Lumina | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |