2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
