1964 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 613 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica, 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morris Minor | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Celica |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2380 mm |