1961 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 249 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |