1960 Morris Minor vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 133 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |