1956 Morris Minor vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 290 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (137 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Camry |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2560 mm |
