1956 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 44 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 930 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 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3270 mm |
