1964 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 567 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
