1959 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Scion tC
To start off, 2006 Scion tC is newer by 47 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Scion tC weights approximately 296 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, 2006 Scion tC, 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, 2006 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2006 Scion tC | |
Make | Morris | Scion |
Model | Minor | tC |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |