1960 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 318 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 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
