2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1961 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
