1963 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 880 kg more than 1963 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Minor | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2910 mm |
