1961 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 47 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1113 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 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Morris Minor | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Sienna |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |