1961 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
