1956 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 57 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 558 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Prius |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
