2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 461 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |