1953 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 856 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Condor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
