1962 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |