1955 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 56 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Morris | Daihatsu |
| Model | Minor | Terios |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
