1962 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 50 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 611 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, 2012 Toyota Prius, 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, 2012 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Prius |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
