1948 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 585 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry, 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Camry |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |