1965 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Prius (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 815 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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 Prius (108 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Prius |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
