1958 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 54 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota iQ weights approximately 35 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 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | iQ |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |