1958 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 50 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 980 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 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Hilux |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |