1955 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 950 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Previa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |
