1958 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Cresta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |