1965 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 495 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Mini Moke | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Moke | Carina |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
