1962 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 47 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 859 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 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 | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 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 | 825 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
