1963 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 49 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morris Minor | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Tundra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |