1957 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 51 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 470 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, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Auris |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
