1960 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1072 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
