1955 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 46 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 758 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
