1956 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 43 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 610 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Morris | Lexus |
| Model | Minor | IS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
