1960 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 35 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 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 174 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, 1995 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Starlet |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |