1956 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 45 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 790 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
