2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 990 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1969 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chrysler | Morris |
Model | Town & Country | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |