1959 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo, 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Minor | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |