1960 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 295 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
