1955 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris is newer by 47 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 275 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 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
