1958 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 562 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 Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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 Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3110 mm |