1952 Morris Minor vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1962 Toyota Crown is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 481 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Minor | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Crown |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
