1952 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 276 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.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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 Corolla (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morris Minor | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Corolla |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |