1957 Morris Minor vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 357 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Celica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |
