1959 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 43 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 965 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
