1951 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 630 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Camry |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
