1951 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 54 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 895 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 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Minor | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Highlander |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |