1957 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 365 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |
