1954 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 785 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3090 mm |
