1955 Morris Minor vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 23 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 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 7 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Publica |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2270 mm |