1955 Morris Minor vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 430 kg more than 1955 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, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Crown |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |
