1956 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 51 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 280 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
