1958 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 45 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1485 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |