1957 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 53 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota iQ weights approximately 68 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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | iQ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2000 mm |
