1956 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 41 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 460 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |
