1957 Morris Minor vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 54 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2380 mm |
