1955 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 51 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 593 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
