1953 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 54 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 566 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 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3010 mm |